These healthy Carrot and Banana Muffins are fluffy, moist, and flavorful! They are loaded with sweet bananas and carrots.
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To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- White whole wheat flour. My favorite white whole wheat flour is the King Arthur, 100% Organic White Whole Wheat Flour.
- Egg: eggs provide a valuable source of quality protein, while also containing 13 essential vitamins and minerals, alongside necessary omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Health Benefits of Eggs.
- Maple syrup (pure) is not only high in antioxidants, but every spoonful offers nutrients like riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, calcium and potassium.
- Raisins are dried grapes. The drying process concentrates both the nutrients and sugars in grapes, making raisins nutrient-dense and calorie-dense. Raisins: Are They Good for You?
- Carrots are root vegetables often claimed to be the perfect health food. It is crunchy, tasty, and highly nutritious. Carrots: Nutrition, Benefits, Risks, & Preparation.
- Bananas are a great source of several essential nutrients, including potassium, magnesium, fiber and more. The Health Benefits of Bananas.
- Baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Applesauce, light olive oil, and vanilla extract.
How to make this Recipe:
- Prepare and mix dry ingredients
First, preheat the oven to 350°F and line your muffin pan with cupcake liners (or baking cups). In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients
In another bowl, whisk the eggs and then whisk in the applesauce, mashed bananas, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla. Stir in the carrots and raisins.
- Add wet ingredients into dry ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Bake
Next, fill muffin cups with the batter and bake at 350°F until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Enjoy
Finally, let cool in the pan for several minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Carrot and Banana Muffins: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can add chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) to muffins for extra flavor and texture. Fold them into the batter gently before spooning it into the muffin cups.
Allow the muffins to cool completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the muffins in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
Carrot and banana muffins are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with a spread of butter, cream cheese, or nut butter for added flavor. They pair well with coffee, tea, or milk for a satisfying breakfast or snack.
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Carrot and Banana Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup applesauce (unsweetened)
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup light olive oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups carrots (finely grated)
- ½ cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line your muffin pan with cupcake liners (or baking cups).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs and then whisk in the applesauce, mashed bananas, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla. Stir in the carrots and raisins.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fill muffin cups with the batter and bake at 350°F until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Let cool in the pan for several minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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